Sodium phenylbutyrate and taurursodiol

Generic name: Sodium Phenylbutyrate And Taurursodiol
Brand names: Relyvrio
Dosage form: oral powder for reconstitution (3 g-1 g)
Drug class: Miscellaneous central nervous system agents

Usage of Sodium phenylbutyrate and taurursodiol

Sodium phenylbutyrate and taurursodiol is used to treat adults with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Sodium phenylbutyrate and taurursodiol may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Sodium phenylbutyrate and taurursodiol side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Sodium phenylbutyrate and taurursodiol may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have:

new or worsening diarrhea; or

fluid retention--shortness of breath (even while lying down), swelling, rapid weight gain (especially in your face and midsection).

Common side effects of sodium phenylbutyrate and taurursodiol may include:

diarrhea, stomach pain, nausea; or

cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Sodium phenylbutyrate and taurursodiol

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

liver or kidney disease;

pancreas problems;

intestinal problems; or

heart failure (including congestive heart failure) or high blood pressure.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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How to use Sodium phenylbutyrate and taurursodiol

Usual Adult Dose for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis:

Initial dose: 1 packet (3 g sodium phenylbutyrate and 1 g taurursodiol) orally once daily for three weeksMaintenance dose: 1 packet (3 g sodium phenylbutyrate and 1 g taurursodiol) orally twice dailyComment: Maintenance dose should be initiated after first 3 weeks of initial dose.Use: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

Warnings

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

What other drugs will affect Sodium phenylbutyrate and taurursodiol

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

taurursodiol products, such as tauroursodeoxycholic acid (TUDCA).

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect sodium phenylbutyrate and taurursodiol, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

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